An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Maharashtra’s Akola allegedly asked a woman in custody to send her daughter to him in exchange for money, seeking sexual favours. The officer has since been suspended and is currently absconding, officials said.
The accused officer, Rajesh Jadhav, allegedly made the demand while on duty, asking the woman to send her daughter to his residence in exchange for money.
The woman had been detained in connection with a Rs 80 lakh fraud case. During her time at the police station, Jadhav allegedly told her, “You are very beautiful; your daughter must be beautiful too. Send her to me and I will give you Rs 10,000.” The woman subsequently lodged a complaint with a female police officer present at the station.
Acting swiftly on the complaint, authorities removed Jadhav from duty. Akola Superintendent of Police Archit Chandak suspended him with immediate effect.
Jadhav is currently absconding, and three police teams have been deployed to trace and arrest him.
Senior Police Inspector Anil Jumle, who is leading the investigation, confirmed that a formal complaint was registered and prompt action was taken. He added that efforts to arrest the accused are ongoing given the gravity of the allegations.
Former Maharashtra State Women’s Commission member Dr Asha Mirge said complaints against Jadhav had surfaced in the past. Nearly a decade ago, there were reports related to family disputes and alleged inappropriate behaviour towards women, including an incident involving a female police officer.
“It is deeply concerning when those entrusted to protect become predators. Timely action is essential to prevent such behaviour from continuing. The swift response by the Akola police is commendable,” she said.
Authorities have assured that strict action will be taken and accountability ensured within the police force as the investigation progresses.
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